Phoenix, AZ (October 24, 2019) – Police responded to the scene of a DUI accident that took place at the intersection of 53rd Avenue and Indian School Road in Phoenix.

A Department of Transportation video caught the entire event on video. The video showed two adults pushing a stroller and walking through the intersection when it was their right-of-way. An SUV ran a red light, speeding through the intersection. The driver of the SUV was later identified as Ernesto Otanez Oveso.

Another vehicle driven by a 27-year-old woman slammed into the SUV to stop the driver from hitting the pedestrians and possibly causing serious injuries or fatalities.

The woman was the only person injured in the accident. She suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was hospitalized.

Police arrested Oveso on DUI and aggravated assault charges.

At this time, the investigation into the circumstances of the collision is ongoing.

Our thoughts are with the injured victim and her family in hopes of a full recovery.

Car Accidents in Arizona

In 2018, statistics showed that approximately 4,651 accidents took place on Arizona roads due to drunk drivers. Drunk driving is actually one of the leading causes of serious accidents on our roadways and is a trend that is quickly growing, causing serious results along the way. When these unfortunate and unexpected accidents occur, they tend to leave victims with excruciating pain and suffering. This means that a victim might spend weeks in recovery or suffer emotionally due to an accident. It is crucial that a victim speaks with an Arizona car accident attorney about their legal options at this time.

Our skilled accident attorneys in Arizona at ELG Law have over two decades of combined experience helping victims achieve compensation for their medical bills, lost wages, surgeries, and more. The damages continue to pile up after you have been harmed at the hands of an at-fault party and you should never have to stand alone. Please contact our personal injury attorneys in Arizona at (623) 562-3838 for the help you deserve at this time.

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Disclaimer: As members of the local Phoenix and broader Arizona community, we hope everyone in our community is safe and protected. We cover the events included in this blog as a way to offer support to the victims in similar circumstances and to provide relief during these difficult times. However, this information should not be misconstrued as legal advice, and you should speak with a trained legal professional for more information regarding your situation.